The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results with James Clear
Nov 18, 2020
Bestselling author James Clear discusses the power of habits for success and fulfillment. Topics include starting small with habits, desire and passion in behavior change, intrinsic motivation and curiosity in pursuing excellence, the importance of asking questions for growth, building productive habits, optimizing environments for growth, and maximizing productivity in small moments.
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Injury Sparked Habit Discovery
- James Clear's serious baseball injury forced him to start small and build habits gradually during recovery.
- These small habits gave him control and eventually led to a successful baseball career and his focus on habit science.
Passion Fuels Habit Formation
- Passion and curiosity shape how we interpret cues and decide to act, influencing habit formation.
- The meaning you assign to experiences determines whether you develop a habit from them.
Use Questions Over Advice
- Ask powerful questions daily, like "What do I really want?", to refine your vision and align actions.
- Questions are more durable than advice, adapting to changing circumstances and driving progress.

